Product Development R D

Gary Gan-Zuei Chang, PhD

Salt Lake City, Utah/ Edmonton, Alberta. *******.*****@*****.***, 650-***-****, www.linkedin.com/in/garychangoxford

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

With over a decade of experience in R&D, product development, and manufacturing processes, an innovative research scientist with expertise in carbon fiber composites, electrochemistry, heterogeneous catalysis, and polymer chemistry. Demonstrated ability to develop scalable industrial solutions, optimize material performance, and lead cross-functional teams. Recognized for skills in mentoring junior scientists and driving research from concept to commercialization. Educational background includes a PhD in Inorganic Chemistry from the University of Oxford.

CORE COMPETENCIES

· Research & Development · Process / Product Development · Cross-Functional Collaboration

· Project Management · Carbon Fiber Composite · Industrial Process Scale-Up

· Electrochemistry · Polymer Chemistry · Technical Report Writing

· Heterogeneous Catalysis · Chemical Synthesis · Lab & Manufacturing Safety

· Material Characterization · Advanced Data Analysis · Technical Leadership PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Nov 2024 - Current

Lead Scientist

THREAD INNOVATIONS INC.

Edmonton, AB, Canada (Startup

developing sustainable bitumen-based

carbon fiber materials)

Spearheading R&D for next-generation bitumen-based carbon fiber composites, enhancing sustainability and performance

Developing a novel electrochemical process for precursor treatment

Leading composite product development, integrating new materials into industrial applications

Mentoring junior researchers and fostering a collaborative research environment

Jul 2021 - Nov 2024

Senior Research & Technology

Scientist

HEXCEL CORPORATION - West

Valley City, UT, USA (Leader in

high-performance carbon fiber

composites for aerospace and

industry)

Developed innovative chemical characterization methods for carbon fiber and intermediate materials

Investigated PAN stabilization and carbonization mechanisms to optimize production efficiency and carbon fiber properties

Designed and optimized electrochemical surface treatment methods for carbon fiber, improving fiber-matrix adhesion

Managed R&D chemical laboratory operations, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards

Collaborated with engineering teams to implement lab findings into large-scale manufacturing

Nov 2017 - Jun 2021

Research Scientist

FORMOSA PLASTICS

CORPORATION, USA - Point

Comfort, TX, USA (Major

petrochemical producer of polyolefins)

Engineered a high-performance Ziegler-Natta catalyst, enhancing polyethylene chain branching and mechanical properties

Optimized catalyst morphology and manufacturing processes, leading to increased polymer quality

Improved unit manufacturing processes, meeting complex customer demands for high-quality polyolefins

Mar 2016 - May 2017

Postdoctoral Research Associate

UNIVERSITY OF OXFORD - Oxford,

England

Conducted fundamental research on zeolite catalyzed methanol- to-olefin (MTO) reaction mechanisms

Developed advanced sorption materials that increased methanol synthesis efficiency by 90%

Researched low-pressure, low temperature Haber-Bosch using the sorption material

Designed and synthesis high surface area material for small molecule adsorption

Oct 2011 - Feb 2016

Doctoral Researcher

UNIVERSITY OF OXFORD - Oxford,

England

Pioneered an in-situ ATR-IR spectroelectrochemical method to study surface chemistry of electrocatalysts

Investigated CO/CO conversions on metallic nanocatalysts and enzyme-based systems

Explored formic acid and methanol oxidation mechanisms for fuel cell applications

EDUCATION

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD): Inorganic Chemistry, University of Oxford, 2016 Oxford, England Bachelor of Science: Agricultural Chemistry/Chemistry, National Taiwan University, 2010 Taipei, Taiwan

TRAINING AND CERTIFICATIONS

Global Supervisor Training (Hemsley Fraser)

Green Belt Six Sigma Training

AI for Everyone (Coursera)

SELECTED PUBLICATIONS AND PATENTS

Carbon monoxide activation and poisoning on metallic and enzymatic sites: a new ATR-IR spectroelectrochemical approach, DPhil thesis, University of Oxford, 2016

Dynamic modification of pore opening of SAPO-34 by adsorbed surface methoxy species during induction of catalytic methanol-to-olefins reactions, Applied Catalysis B,2018, 237, 245-250

Carbon Fibers for High-Temperature Applications, SAMPE Journal, March issue 2024

Carboxylate Salts of Amine Compounds as sizing agents, US Patent Application, 63/743,745 TECHNICAL SKILLS

Electrochemical Methods: Cyclic Voltammetry, Chronoamperometry, Rotating Disc Electrode, Linear Sweep Voltammetry, Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy. Material Characterization: FT-IR, UV-Vis, Raman, XPS, XRD, SEM, TGA/DSC, TPD, TPR/O, BET. Polymer & Composite Testing: GPC, CFC, DMA, DSC, Rheology, Mechanical Testing. Analytical Chemistry: ICP-OES, GC, HPLC, Mass Spectrometry. Laboratory & Process Techniques: Organic & Inorganic Synthesis, Chemical Separation & Purification. Computational & Data Analysis: MATLAB, Python, OriginLab, Minitab.

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